PTOLEMAIC EGYPT. Arsinoe II Philadelphos, Died 270/268 B.C. AV Mnaieion (Oktadrachm/Octodrachm) (27.69 gms), Alexandreia Mint, struck under Ptolemy II, ca. 253/2-246 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Edge Filing. CPE-388; Svor-460; SNG Cop-134. Obverse: Veiled head right, with rams horn and wearing stephanos; lotus-tipped scepter in background, Θ to left; Reverse: Filleted double cornucopia, with grape bunches hanging at sides. Absolutely alluring in character, this ancient stunner, despite the noted edge filing, is a beautiful representative of the well apportioned gold type. Notes of luster remain on this well centered and strongly struck issue. Ex: Classical Numismatic Group 76 (9/2007) Lot # 875.
